[ The last time Reiner got a magical tattoo, it was temporary. He wasn't sold on the whole thing, nor was he certain the tattoo could even be permanent on his skin.

Now, after his home was attacked and his sense of security fractured, he's getting a permanent one.

The tattoo is a simple design: a pair of clasped hands directly over his heart. He lies with one hand tucked behind his head while the artist works, gold eyes watching as people pass the shop front. If he sees someone he recognizes, he perks up—but he can't exactly wave like this! Maybe if he stares hard enough, they'll see him…

Alternately, Reiner may not be alone in getting a tattoo. Perhaps someone is there for moral support. Or perhaps they're there out of curiosity, wanting to inspect the process before getting one of their own. Whichever the case, Reiner asks, ]

How's it looking so far?

[ At the Grand Colosseum in Dayrise, Reiner sets about testing his tattoo. Does he need to be shirtless to do so? Probably not! But he's shirtless anyway, the tattoo standing in stark contrast to his skin. He stands with his hands outstretched in front of him, trying to tap into something.

Electricity comes easily to him. He's not surprised, really. He has lightning in his veins, always a few drop of blood away from turning into a Titan. But as soon as sparks start flashing between his fingertips, he sort of panics a little, abruptly stopping to inspect his bare arms. Checking to ensure he doesn't have any stray cuts.

Guardian spirit is more difficult. Reiner ends up standing with one hand on his hip and one over his tattoo, scowling as he tries to manifest … something. ]

Come on, [ he mutters. ] How hard can it be?

[ It's rare that Reiner so much as makes an appearance in Frostreign. But now that he's working to create and manipulate water, he figures visiting is a good idea.

That doesn't mean he's interested in being cold. Oh, no. So he goes to the Sauna Spa, where he relaxes in a large hot tub. The water bubbles around him, soothing aches brought on by other forms of training. When is the last time he felt that particular knot start to unwind? He can't remember.

But soon enough, he gets to work. Which means trying to manipulate the water in the tub. He starts by attempting to make it swirl: first in one direction, then another.

Catch him while the water slowly begins to rotate, his expression pinched in concentration. ]

[ Having recently gained the ability to create gemstones, Reiner is eager to test his skills with making different kinds. So, he heads to the Crystal Shop in Stormreach. There, he starts studying each crystal, listening as the shop keeper explains the properties and meanings of each one.

It's quite the lecture! Reiner winds up walking out with a sheaf of papers and a variety of (small) stones from which he can practice.

Then comes the next stop: the Underground Mall.

Here, things don't go as smoothly. As soon as he mentions "gem creation," one of the fancy jewelry shops politely shoos him right out the door. They're not interested in teaching, and they don't want the competition, it seems. So Reiner is left to linger outside, trying in vain to get a good look at all the precious gems within. ]